Discriminant

Synonyms of discriminant

• indicator
• criterion
• distinguisher

Antonyms of discriminant

• inclusive
• unbiased
• non-discriminatory

Collocations of discriminant

discriminant analysis

Frequency: 80 %

The researchers used discriminant analysis to identify key factors affecting the outcome.

discriminant function

Frequency: 75 %

The discriminant function helped classify the observations into different groups.

linear discriminant

Frequency: 70 %

The linear discriminant analysis showed a clear distinction between the two groups.

quadratic discriminant

Frequency: 65 %

The quadratic discriminant function provided a better separation of the data points.

discriminant validity

Frequency: 60 %

The study confirmed the discriminant validity of the measurement instrument.

Idiomatic Expressions for discriminant

• Phrase: negative discriminant
  Meaning: Refers to a situation where the discriminant of a quadratic equation is less than zero, indicating that the equation has two complex roots.
  Usage: The negative discriminant of the quadratic equation implies that it has two complex solutions.